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About Chris Mateer & Uprooted Music Revue
Chris Mateer is a freelance music writer living in Portland, OR. He is the founder and writer of the Uprooted Music Revue and has been contributing regularly to No Depression. In addition to music writing, Chris teaches visual art and plays the mandolin, banjo, and drums.
As a player and music writer, Chris is always excited to share and learn more. He believes a community thrives on participation and enthusiasm, and he's thrilled to contribute.
You can read his posts here on No Depression and on Uprooted Music Revue at http://www.uprootedmusicrevue.com/. To follow Chris and UMR more closely, sign up on UMR's Facebook page and subscribe to UMR's twitter feed.
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Interview: Kurt Marschke of Deadstring Brothers on "Cannery Row"
In the spring of 2012, two years since his move to Nashville from Detroit, Kurt Marschke connected with another Motor City transplant, JD Mack (formerly of Whitey Morgan & the 78s). After searching for new musical blood to make a new record with, Kurt and JD partnered up with Brad Pemberton (Ryan Adams & The Cardinals), Mike Webb (Poco), Pete Finney (Dixie Chicks, Hank Jr.), Kim Collins (Smoking…
Posted on May 22, 2013 at 9:00am — 1 Comment
Interview: José González Tells The Story of Junip
Although José González may be best known for his acoustic solo albums (2007's In Our Nature and 2003's Veneer), his band Junip is not to be mistaken as a "José González and friends" kind of project. Instead, the trio has from the start, always been equally composed of José Gonzaléz, Elias Araya, and Tobias Winterkorn.
The Swedish group put things somewhat on hold for Mr. Gonzaléz's success as a solo artist, but in 2010 finally dropped their…
ContinuePosted on May 16, 2013 at 9:30am
Q & A with Mark Lanegan and Duke Garwood on "Black Pudding"
This week, enigmatic songwriter, vocalist, and frequent collaborator Mark Lanegan follows up his recent densely layered solo album, Blues Funeral, with a new project with British songwriter and guitarist Duke Garwood. The two met in 2009 at a Soulsavers show (who Lanegan has made two albums with) and the idea was born for the two to make a record together. The result, Black Pudding (Ipecac), is a mostly acoustic affair between Duke Garwood’s incredible guitar work…
Posted on May 13, 2013 at 8:30am — 1 Comment
Founder Katie Vinson Discusses Wildwood Music Fest & Campout in Willamina, OR
The second annual Wildwood Music Fest will be held this summer in Willamina, OR on July 19-21st. This year the festival/ campout has expanded from a one-day to a two-day music event. Attendees can camp, take in some stellar performances, and enjoy some fantastic locally sourced food. Although new to may national festival-goers, Wildwood offers some of the best music, food, and communal camaraderie anyway. Last year's inaugural…
Posted on April 18, 2013 at 9:00am
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Interview: Kurt Marschke of Deadstring Brothers on "Cannery Row"
In the spring of 2012, two years since his move to Nashville from Detroit, Kurt Marschke connected with another Motor City transplant, JD Mack (formerly of Whitey Morgan & the 78s). After searching for new musical blood to make a new record with, Kurt and JD partnered up with Brad Pemberton (Ryan Adams & The Cardinals), Mike Webb (Poco), Pete Finney (Dixie Chicks, Hank Jr.), Kim Collins (Smoking Flowers), and Mickey Raphael (Willie Nelson's harp player). The result of their labors is…See More
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Interview: Kurt Marschke of Deadstring Brothers on "Cannery Row"
In the spring of 2012, two years since his move to Nashville from Detroit, Kurt Marschke connected with another Motor City transplant, JD Mack (formerly of Whitey Morgan & the 78s). After searching for new musical blood to make a new record with, Kurt and JD partnered up with Brad Pemberton (Ryan Adams & The Cardinals), Mike Webb (Poco), Pete Finney (Dixie Chicks, Hank Jr.), Kim Collins (Smoking Flowers), and Mickey Raphael (Willie Nelson's harp player). The result of their labors is…See More
A blog post by Chris Mateer was featured
Interview: José González Tells The Story of Junip
Although José González may be best known for his acoustic solo albums (2007's In Our Nature and 2003's Veneer), his band Junip is not to be mistaken as a "José González and friends" kind of project. Instead, the trio has from the start, always been equally composed of José Gonzaléz, Elias Araya, and Tobias Winterkorn.The Swedish group put things somewhat on hold for Mr. Gonzaléz's success as a solo artist, but in 2010 finally dropped their first full-length album called Fields (which has since…See More
Kyla Fairchild commented on Chris Mateer's blog post 'Q & A with Mark Lanegan and Duke Garwood on "Black Pudding"'
"Great interview. Thanks Chris. I've been a very long time fan of Lanegan's and will make a point to explore Garwood's discography as you suggest.
Mark Lanegan is one of my all time favorite artists so I'm also happy to see…"
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Interview: José González Tells The Story of Junip
Although José González may be best known for his acoustic solo albums (2007's In Our Nature and 2003's Veneer), his band Junip is not to be mistaken as a "José González and friends" kind of project. Instead, the trio has from the start, always been equally composed of José Gonzaléz, Elias Araya, and Tobias Winterkorn.The Swedish group put things somewhat on hold for Mr. Gonzaléz's success as a solo artist, but in 2010 finally dropped their first full-length album called Fields (which has since…See More
A blog post by Chris Mateer was featured
Q & A with Mark Lanegan and Duke Garwood on "Black Pudding"
This week, enigmatic songwriter, vocalist, and frequent collaborator Mark Lanegan follows up his recent densely layered solo album, Blues Funeral, with a new project with British songwriter and guitarist Duke Garwood. The two met in 2009 at a Soulsavers show (who Lanegan has made two albums with) and the idea was born for the two to make a record together. The result, Black Pudding (Ipecac), is a mostly acoustic affair between Duke Garwood’s incredible guitar work with Mark Lanegan’s mysterious…See More
Chris Mateer posted a blog post
Q & A with Mark Lanegan and Duke Garwood on "Black Pudding"
This week, enigmatic songwriter, vocalist, and frequent collaborator Mark Lanegan follows up his recent densely layered solo album, Blues Funeral, with a new project with British songwriter and guitarist Duke Garwood. The two met in 2009 at a Soulsavers show (who Lanegan has made two albums with) and the idea was born for the two to make a record together. The result, Black Pudding (Ipecac), is a mostly acoustic affair between Duke Garwood’s incredible guitar work with Mark Lanegan’s mysterious…See More
Jim Hunter commented on Chris Mateer's blog post 'Q & A with Jay Farrar of Son Volt on "Honky Tonk"'
"I agree with Shaun...really good record, the best one since Trace from top to bottom. Thanks to Kyla by the way for the scoop on Kasey Anderson...that is a really weird and crazy story...the guy is talented too. A shame...Bi-polar…"
TenLayers commented on Chris Mateer's blog post 'Interview: Phil Madeira Joins Artists In Harmony For "Mercyland: Hymns For The Rest of Us"'
"Every time I listen to this (which isn't all that often) I forget about track 8 but every time track 8 starts I walk over to pick up the CD cover to see whose honey dripped voice it is.
Amy Stroup....What a beautiful voice"
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Founder Katie Vinson Discusses Wildwood Music Fest & Campout in Willamina, OR
The second annual Wildwood Music Fest will be held this summer in Willamina, OR on July 19-21st. This year the festival/ campout has expanded from a one-day to a two-day music event. Attendees can camp, take in some stellar performances, and enjoy some fantastic locally sourced food. Although new to may national festival-goers, Wildwood offers some of the best music, food, and communal camaraderie anyway. Last year's inaugural gathering included…See More
Chris Mateer posted a blog post
Founder Katie Vinson Discusses Wildwood Music Fest & Campout in Willamina, OR
The second annual Wildwood Music Fest will be held this summer in Willamina, OR on July 19-21st. This year the festival/ campout has expanded from a one-day to a two-day music event. Attendees can camp, take in some stellar performances, and enjoy some fantastic locally sourced food. Although new to may national festival-goers, Wildwood offers some of the best music, food, and communal camaraderie anyway. Last year's inaugural gathering included…See More
john mobley commented on Chris Mateer's blog post 'Q & A with Jay Farrar of Son Volt on "Honky Tonk"'
"@mark yard, Thanks, you're hopefully right, there are still places that prefer live music and people that love it,and I too, support myself between gigs... I restore chandeliers and lamps and do other electrical repairs...
Support your local…"
mark yard commented on Chris Mateer's blog post 'Q & A with Jay Farrar of Son Volt on "Honky Tonk"'
"Nice interview. I'm looking forward to seeing Son Volt in Northhampton Mass. at the Pearl Street Club & Clearwater this year. I recommend Clearwater for anybody that can afford it. The tickets are pricey, I think $85 for one day, but most…"
Shawn Edward Cote commented on Chris Mateer's blog post 'Q & A with Jay Farrar of Son Volt on "Honky Tonk"'
"I meant to say "cohesive"...but I guess coherent is applicable also."
Chris Mateer commented on Easy Ed's blog post 'La Famille Léger....from heart to Hearth'
"Devon is one my favorite writers, publicists, and community members on ND and beyond. Thanks to him, I have not only been turned onto some incredible music, but have had the opportunity to interview some of the artists Devon at Hearth has worked…"
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- At 6:49am on May 2, 2012,
Jimmy Warburton said…
Chris maybe see you at the Knickerbocker Westerly RI on Friday nite?
Eilen and her band are special to me. Finding out that Jerry Miller taught himself to play guitar like that really blows my mind.
peace Jimmy (Trademark Animals)
- At 11:47am on January 31, 2012,
Nancy Dunham said… Thanks so much for reaching out, Chris. Will do on your blog :)
- At 12:17pm on January 25, 2012,
Larry Here said… Thanks for friending me here, Chris. I read all your pieces here on ND, and am always infotained. See you around!
- At 2:41pm on January 16, 2012,
Independent Music Promotions said… Loved your blog, Chris! Surprised I hadn't seen it before...looks great.
- At 1:11pm on December 9, 2011,
ron sutton said… Chris, Don't Miss the 10 part series on Mike Bloomfield on You Tube, it's awesome! Have great Holiday's! Ron Sutton, Nashville, TN http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJa8KI
- At 11:17am on October 27, 2011,
Todd Kubon said… - I have the Son Volt Record but not the other. I am gonna check it out. One of my favorite albums Eric plays on is Jeffrey Foucault's Horse Latitudes, the title track will make you think you are listening to the Pariah Dogs. He also plays on Ghost Repeater, which was produced by Bo Ramsey, one of my favorite producers. Which btw I will be seeing Bo Ramsey tonight with his wife Pieta Brown, daughter of Greg Brown (all time favorite artist). You probably know all of these artists but my point is I have owned albums that Eric has played on long before I knew what was drawing me to the music. Its fun and interesting to look past the music and discover all of these little connections. I am going to check out your other interviews. Thanks again.
- At 10:49am on October 27, 2011, Todd Kubon said…
- Chris, your Joe Henry interview inspired me to go out and buy the record. I had listened to Joe in the past but not intently like this before. The T-Bone Burnett connection was an important one because I try to listen to every thing he produces. I am also in the habit now of looking for records that other session players have been on that I like like Eric Heywood. I immeadiately can tell when he is on the pedal steel. When I saw Ray Lamontagne at Massey Hall here in Toronto Jay Bellarose was out of this world. He is something to watch playing the drums.
- At 11:32am on October 21, 2011,
David Mahler said… AND, I just realized that it was YOU that did that great Jessie Sykes interview. I have just gotten hip to here this year and like everything I hear. I thought you did a great job with her on the interview.
chefdave
- At 11:31am on October 21, 2011, David Mahler said…
Chris, thanks for being in touch and friending me. I like what I've seen of your blog so far. I write one too, but it's about food, as I am a Chef in real life. You can check me out at chefofthejungle.blogspot.com, or on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Chef-of-the-Jungle/154411491318518
thanks again,
chefdave
- At 10:35am on August 5, 2011,
Tim Lee said… - Thanks Chris!
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